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The Senior Compliance Auditor is responsible for planning and leading audits of assigned business units and affiliates. As the in-charge auditor, the Senior Compliance Auditor is responsible for assessing risks, evaluating controls and designing appropriate audit tests. The Senior Compliance Auditor will maintain working knowledge of federal consumer protection laws and regulations applicable to retail banking, lending, and deposit operations. The Senior Compliance Auditor will assist the manager with the risk assessment process used to aid the department in the development of the annual audit plan. The Senior Compliance Auditor supervises audit staff and interns/cohorts on audits and provides timely coaching feedback and reviews their audit documentation.

About This Role:

 

Key Accountabilities:

Audit Oversight and Consulting: Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of banking risks, laws, regulations and industry best practices. Effectively provide audit consulting services to FNBO/FNNI -

• Maintain level of expertise through ongoing and continual review of regulatory and industry publications, with particular focus on federal consumer compliance regulations (e.g., Regulation Z, Regulation B, FCRA, UDAAP, BSA/AML, CRA, HMDA/Regulation C, Regulation E, Regulation DD, etc.) and guidance issued by the applicable regulators (CFPB, OCC, etc.), to stay aware of new developments impacting the organization.
• Research and resolve escalated issues from team members and/or internal business partners. Demonstrate ability to solve problems and drive positive change with assistance from the Audit Managing Director.
• Work with stakeholders on audit related and risk management initiatives to ensure the organization is taking appropriate actions to meet the goals and strategic plans of the organization.

Audit Execution: Responsible for delivering audits on time, within budget and meeting the strategic and audit/business requirements.

• Audit Planning – Analyze business functions and risk of assigned internal business partners and assist in setting the audit scope and developing the related Audit Program Guides. Promote and execute an integrated and collaborative audit approach. Obtain input from other teams and identify and accept cross-training opportunities within the department.
• Fieldwork – In addition to performing and documenting assigned audit procedures, delegate tasks to provide meaningful development opportunities for team members, review all work papers for quality and accuracy and ensure completion of audit tests, information gathering, and evaluation of results in support of audit objectives.
• Wrap-up – Report audit results to management. Identify and produce issue summaries that clearly state the business objectives; understand root cause and provide possible resolutions. Provide Audit Managing Director with feedback on audit team members.

Risk Assessment: Aid manager in the continuous risk assessment processes by updating Audit Universe Assessments (AUAs) as appropriate. Provide input based on in depth auditing knowledge to add efficiency.  Examples include: automating audit steps using tools such as data analytics, continuous audit opportunities, or integrated audit opportunities.

Team Lead: Coach team members to maintain or exceed established standards of productivity and quality of business partner interactions.

• Promote a productive team environment by building trust and making team members feel valued and respected through active listening and encouragement.
• Research and resolve escalated issues from team members. Utilize escalated issues to provide upfront and ongoing coaching and development
• Identify and correct discrepancies with regard to day-to-day functions and responsibilities to achieve the highest levels of efficiency and performance.
• Provide formal feedback and support in a constructive and sensitive manner to team members utilizing the Performance Evaluation Form.

Department Lead: Responsible for leading projects and initiatives as necessary.

Compliance: Understand and comply with bank policy, laws, regulations and the bank's BSA/AML Program, as applicable to your job duties. Complete compliance training and adhere to internal procedures and controls, as required. Report any known violations of compliance policy, law, or regulations. Report any suspicious customer and/or account activity.

Professionalism / Attendance: Maintain professional behavior, transparency, and openness with internal business partners and department members. Develop partner relationships to assist in identifying potential partnering opportunities and obtaining knowledge of new products/services to identify emerging risks. Know the Company goals and understand your key accountabilities.

Personal Development: Identify personal development goals to build skill sets. Supportive development activities may include involvement in committees, cross-training opportunities, certifications, and other professional growth initiatives.

The Ideal Candidate for This Role:

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In completing this work, a Senior Compliance Auditor should demonstrate the following skills and abilities:

• Above average knowledge of federal consumer compliance regulations
• Above average administrative, oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Solid project management skills
• Working knowledge of data analytics
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Initiative
• Learning Orientation
• Accountability
• Problem Solving
• Auditing Principles and Tools
• Relationship Management
• Technical Communication/Presentation

 Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related degree / experience.
• 3+ years of compliance audit or compliance management experience with a bank or financial institution, specifically involving federal consumer protection and banking regulations. Qualifying experience includes auditing, testing, or managing compliance with regulations such as Regulation B (ECOA), Regulation Z (TILA), Regulation X (RESPA), Regulation C (HMDA), Regulation E (EFTA), Regulation DD (TISA), Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), UDAAP, CRA, etc.  Experience limited to securities trading, wealth management, IT compliance, or non-financial institution compliance does not satisfy this requirement.
• 1+ years of managing and leading compliance-related audits or compliance-related testing projects
• Professional Certification: Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).

  Desired:

• Direct experience in auditing or testing consumer compliance functions, including familiarity with examination procedures issued by the CFPB, OCC or federal banking agencies (e.g., OCC examination handbook).

• Additional Professional Certification: Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS) or Certified AML and Fraud Professional (CAFP)

Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.

Compensation:

 

Compensation range (base pay): $81,662.00-$134,741.00

This role may have a specific starting pay within this range.

Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.

Work Environment:

It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work in a hybrid capacity, balancing in-person collaboration three (3) days a week with remote flexibility two (2) days a week. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy and relationship-building of face-to-face collaboration while still enjoying the flexibility of remote workdays. We provide the tools and technology to ensure seamless transitions between work environments, supporting your productivity wherever you are. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.

Benefits Overview:

We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• 401k, With Matching Contributions

• Time Off Programs

• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care

• Employee Banking

• Growth Opportunities

• Tuition Assistance

• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance

Learn more about FNBO benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/.

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Job number: R-20261661

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